1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Nissan Serena 2006 Saab 05-Sep
Make Nissan Saab
Model Serena 05-Sep
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2710 mm


 

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